Navodaya Residencia for Girls – A Division of Gyan Jyoti Educational Services
Location: Adampool Highway, Gangtok, East Sikkim
Job Type: Full-Time (Preferably Residential)
Salary: ₹20000 – ₹30000 per month (Based on experience)
Accommodation: Free accommodation and meals for residential staff
Job Schedule: 7 Days a Week
Immediate Requirement for Winter Crash Course
Start Date: December 2025
Initial Appointment: December to February (Probation Period)
Extension: 1-Year Contract (Based on Performance and Conduct)
Job Title: Cook
Location: Navodaya Residencia for Girls, Adampool Highway, Gangtok
Reporting To: Kitchen In-Charge / Chief Coordinator
Employment Type: Full-Time (Residential Preferred)
Job Summary:
We are looking for a responsible, hygienic, and experienced Cook to prepare daily meals for students and staff in a residential setup. The Cook must ensure nutritional balance, taste, timely service, and hygiene in every meal prepared.
Key Responsibilities:
Plan and prepare vegetarian meals (breakfast, lunch, evening snacks, and dinner) as per the weekly menu approved by management
Ensure all food is prepared hygienically and served on time
Maintain cleanliness of cooking area, utensils, and equipment
Ensure proper storage of raw and cooked food to prevent spoilage and wastage
Monitor kitchen inventory and inform Kitchen In-Charge for timely replenishment
Assist in developing menus keeping in mind taste, nutrition, and variety
Follow food safety standards and fire safety protocols
Supervise and guide kitchen helpers in daily tasks
Cooperate with Chief Coordinator and Hostel Warden for special dietary needs (sick students, fasting, etc)
Maintain a daily cooking log (meals prepared, timings, remarks)
Required Skills and Experience:
Minimum 3 years of experience as a Cook in hostel, school, restaurant, or institutional kitchen
Knowledge of North and South Indian vegetarian cuisine
Basic understanding of food safety, hygiene, and nutrition
Ability to handle bulk cooking with consistency in taste and portion
Ability to maintain discipline and cleanliness
Educational Qualification:
No formal education required. Basic literacy preferred
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
Expected Start Date: 01/12/2025